We have made it through 1805 with a seven player game and all I can say is WOW!
This game may have some bugs and some serious ones at that but I could not imagine creating a college course in Napoleonic history, geography, military operations and the diplomatic tensions all rolled into a game while maintaining historical balance of power without encountering a hiccup.
The one week turns are near perfect, the portraits of the leaders gets you attached to the historical person and the feel of the game is all there. (I think the French fleet is a bit weak but that is minor).
I have played War and Peace, Empires in Arms, Crown of Glory and many tactical battles but this game ---> This game is a beast in that it pulls you in and you relive history.
Thank you for this gift
My 2 cents anyway